Beth n Rod

demjernikki, Please go to SETTINGS and fill in your signature. House rules. Beth

....good luck with that..... Beth

Please go to SETTINGS and fill in your signature. House rules. Beth

We have never investigated it. But typically, when it sounds too good to be true..... Also is that a horizontal or vertical longevity claim. Beth

Semi-trans is the way to go that close to the ground. Beth

Actually, we use the Cedar S.T. on older wood and the mix on newer wood. The coverage on older wood gives better protection and durability in addition to a better appearance IMO. That's the sell for neighbors...taking someone else's crappy looking deck and making it look almost new. We get a number of customers calling who saw what we did to their neighbors deck and say "I want mine to look just like that!" Take it for what it's worth, as long as the customer is happy. btw, our photo gallery is stocked with photos of the mix dated last year. We didn't necessarily specify the mix ratio but it was used in many applications. Rod!~

Doug - Are you also selling this product? If you are, you need to not solicit business on the forums, you may use the vendor area for that. Beth

As I said...not a smart thing. Welcome to TGS. Please go to SETTINGS and fill in your signature (house rules). You should also grab a snack and spend some time with the search feature. There is tons of information here....just waiting to be read. :) Beth

All products are susceptible for a period of time. How long depends upon the individual coating. Consult the can for application specifics, but in general WMC needs to be below 12 to 15%, and you need a period of minutes/hours after application (see manufacturer) before moisture is a non issue. Decks take longer to dry in cool weather, especially on shaded sides....... Beth

We mix 3:2 (Semi Transparent:Toner) to get something a little lighter. Rod!~

Pretty much agree. Older wood needs more than newer wood does. Beth

Your thread has been moved to the DIY area. Please Fix your Signature and your Profile. House rules. Good luck with your project. Thanks. Beth

Welcome to TGS.... 1. please go to SETTINGS and fill in your signature. 2. Please add CORRECT info in your profile. We do not hide here. Our members are more helpful when they know who they are helping. 3. are you a contractor or a home owner? Please advise so I will know if your post is in the correct location or not. Beth

What sealer(s) are you using in 2010? This is a multiple choice poll. Beth

The SRD would serve you well. We have clients who love SRD. Beth

Don't listen to this advice. Pressure only is NEVER EVER the answer to cleaning wood. No exceptions. Beth

Well, for one thing, I would like to get clarification on what is actually on the deck. Highlighted in red, the word 'paint' is used as the currently installed product. This brings up a host of issues if this is actually the case. If it is a solid stain then knowing what is the products basis (acrylic, latex, oil, alkyd etc) helps to determine the means necessary to remove it. Rod!~

You can buy the buffers and surfactants too.....but there is something to be said for prepackaged..... Beth

We have bought raws before, and had very good success with them. (not from your source but from another) Beth

He was in a near fatal accident and had surgery today. You can follow his page and progress here also. http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=823999067#!/profile.php?id=100000157816658 Beth

Great news! Congrats!!!! Beth

Join me in wishing Rod a great big happy birthday! It was actually yesterday, but I didn't get to post about it. Beth :bday: :dancing: :cheers:

It was a very nice day. Half a day at the beach, dinner on the bay side at Macky's, beer and black jack back at the house.... it was a very nice day! http://www.mackys.com/ Beth :sunshine:

Here's a pic of the dinner view at Macky's.... Beth